How long do planning decisions take near Littleworth (WS12)?

The average planning decision time near Littleworth (WS12) is 59 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Littleworth (WS12)?

The planning approval rate near Littleworth (WS12) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Littleworth (WS12)?

The most common type of planning application near Littleworth (WS12) is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Littleworth (WS12)?

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Littleworth (WS12), Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Littleworth (WS12), Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Littleworth (WS12) are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £243,680 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cannock Chase
Parliamentary constituency: Cannock Chase
LSOA: Cannock Chase 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Littleworth (WS12).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Littleworth (WS12) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Littleworth (WS12).

- 500B Littleworth Road, Cannock, Staffordshire WS12 1JB
Side extension with dormer to rear, and single storey front extension following demolition of existing garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 26, Rugeley Road, Hazelslade, Cannock, WS12 0PQ
Discharge of Condition No 1 (bat roosting and bird nesting boxes) on Planning Permission Ref: CH/25/0138
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2025-10-01
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- Hednesford Hills Raceway, Reservoir Road, Hednesford, WS12 1BF
Prior approval for the installation of a new 22.5m-high telecommunications lattice tower with headframe, supporting antennas and transmission dishes; plus ground-based equipment cabinets within a secu
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2025-08-22
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- 39B, Rugeley Road, Hazelslade, Cannock, WS12 0PH
Non-material Amendment to planning permission CH/22/0210 - Changes to the front gable window, removal and reposition of a flat rooflight, new side passage through annex, extending rear canopy and exca
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Littleworth (WS12) in Staffordshire

Littleworth (WS12) is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Property prices in Littleworth (WS12) show an average sale price of £243,680, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Littleworth (WS12) a particularly low-crime area.

Littleworth (WS12) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Littleworth (WS12) includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cannock Chase SSSI, Chasewater and The Southern Staffordshire Coalfield Heaths SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cannock Chase; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Cannock Chase. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Littleworth (WS12)

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Littleworth (WS12). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Littleworth (WS12).

At 59 days on average, decisions near Littleworth (WS12) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Littleworth (WS12) were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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